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Tech / Engineering Camps in Columbia SC for Kids & Teens
South Carolina State Museum - Summer Camps:
Located in the heart of downtown Columbia SC, the South Carolina State Museum provides a variety of educational, engineering-based summer camps for kids. Offered in partnership with Engineering for Kids, our summer camps inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Throughout 5 weeks in summer 2014, the museum will present day camps that focus on combining engineering and science with fun for all campers. Each week, the camp days will be broken down into morning and afternoon sessions. Campers are able to sign up for full-day and half-day options. Convenient for kids from Darlington, Lee, Lexington, Richland, and Sumter Counties.
Engineering-Based Summer Camps for Kids:
Duration: 1-week / Full day & half-day options available
LEGO: Mindstorm
Campers design, program and control fully functional robotic models using LEGO Robotics in a series of real-life activities. Campers also test and modify robot behaviors.
LEGO: Rescue Mission
Campers design and program robots to respond to simulated disaster situations such as moving rubble and retrieving targets.
LEGO: How Amusing
Campers compete on teams in engineering-related contests with the goal of creating the most fantastic theme park experience ever.
Survivor: Engineers Cove
Campers compete as tribes in engineering-related challenges to survive and eventually escape an abandoned island!
Heroes Week
Campers join a league of heroes and compete in engineering-related challenges to protect the world and save mankind in the process,
Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense Game
Campers create their own video game from start to finish using Multimedia Fusion 2.
Game Design: Racing Games
Campers use Multimedia Fusion 2 to design a racetrack, race cars and an environment in which their cars compete.
The Engineering of Food (Girls Only)
Students explore The Engineering of Food, and create their very own food production company in this appetizing camp.
Momentum Madness
Campers work with their Pit Crew to design and build vehicles, such as dragsters and hovering levitrons, able to withstand astonishing speeds.
Address:
301 Gervais St., Columbia, South Carolina 29201, USA
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ID Tech Camps, New Jersey
Courses / Programs
Unlock your internalDrive and gain a competitive advantage in college and beyond! iD Tech Camps offers 1-week tech-related summer camps for students ages 7-17. In addition, iD Tech Academies, including the iD Programming Academy in New Jersey, provide intensive, pre-college programs for teens ages 13-18. iD Tech Camps technology education programs are held at 80 elite universities throughout the nation, and New Jersey programs take place in universities such as Princeton, Seton Hall, Montclair State, and Rider.The NJ summer camps offered by iD Tech Camps immerse students in the collegiate experience. Students build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in the tech labs, eat in the university dining hall, explore campus, and make new friends. Overnight campers sleep right in the college dorms.
iD Tech Camps guarantees small class sizes (student-instructor ratio of 8:1) and uses professional, brand-name products at each summer camp. Students are provided with a computer for the duration, and are instructed by a qualified and experienced adult-only staff.
“Camp was extremely organized and structured; camper and parent-friendly. Also, excellent online resources for visibility into course content.”
- Margaret T., Parent, Princeton University
Summer Tech Camps for Kids & Teens ages 7-18:
iD Tech Camp:
- Weeklong Day Camps for Kids & Teens: ages 7-17
- Weeklong Overnight Camps for Kids & Teens: ages 10-17
iD Programming Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18
- Students may register for children's summer camps for one or several weeks.
- Accredited Continuing Education Units are available from all iD Tech Academy locations.
iD Tech Camp:
- Weeklong Day Camps for Kids & Teens: ages 7-17
- Weeklong Overnight Camps for Kids & Teens: ages 10-17
iD Programming Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18
- Students may register for children's summer camps for one or several weeks.
- Accredited Continuing Education Units are available from all iD Tech Academy locations.
Camp Chatuga, Mountain Rest SC
Courses / Programs
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, one hour west of Greenville, Camp Chatuga is a traditional summer camp for boys and girls in Grades 1 through 11. We provide 1-4 week camp options where campers choose their own daily activities from over 20 available choices. Daily Activity groups are kept small so each camper receives personal attention. Each evening at Camp Chatuga includes a fun-filled, entertaining activity for all to enjoy.
Our ratio of campers to staff is an outstanding 4 to 1. Chatuga strives to keep costs down without compromising quality or care, as it is our desire to make camp affordable for your family.
1-4 Week Traditional Summer Camp Programs:
- For Students in Grades 1-11
Activities include:
- Animal Care
- Archery
- Basketball
- Canoeing
- Crafts
- Dance
- Drama
- Guitar
- Horse Care / Horseback
- Nature
- Outdoor Living Skills
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water-skiing
- Wake Boarding
- For Students in Grades 1-11
Activities include:
- Animal Care
- Archery
- Basketball
- Canoeing
- Crafts
- Dance
- Drama
- Guitar
- Horse Care / Horseback
- Nature
- Outdoor Living Skills
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water-skiing
- Wake Boarding
Engineering Summer Academy at Penn
Courses / Programs
The Engineering Summer Academy at Penn offers a unique summer opportunity for a selective group of motivated and talented high school students. Experience rigorous and challenging college-level studies at our high-tech, ivy-league program in the heart of Philadelphia!Whether students are local to the area or hail from halfway around the world, we welcome them to explore what the Engineering Summer Academy at Penn has to offer. ESAP is designed to provide exceptional STEM students the opportunity to explore the field of Engineering before applying to college. Situated on our historic Philadelphia campus, right in the heart of the city, pre-college students can also take advantage of the vast array of activities and resources available to the Penn community.
Coursework incorporates exciting STEM subjects and material. High school students enroll in one of our six offered courses and earn college credit:
Biotechnology
Computer Graphics
Computer Science
Complex Networks
Nanotechnology
Robotics
Biotechnology
Computer Graphics
Computer Science
Complex Networks
Nanotechnology
Robotics
Computer Graphics
Computer Science
Complex Networks
Nanotechnology
Robotics
Astar Education Academy
Courses / Programs
• Located in Manassas VA, in the Washington DC metro area, Astar Education Academy is a leader in the field of language learning for children and adults.• We provide a 10-week summer language camp for kids ages 7-12. Study options include English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.
• Our camp is designed to offer your child a safe, comfortable, and healthy environment centered within the features of a dynamic learning classroom that helps children learn a new language, and become more confident global citizens.
Summer Language Immersion Camps for Kids ages 7-12:
Camp duration: 10 weeks
Participants acquire a new language through fun games, music, play, speaking practice and more.
Languages include:
• English
• Spanish
• Chinese
Camp duration: 10 weeks
Participants acquire a new language through fun games, music, play, speaking practice and more.
Languages include:
• English
• Spanish
• Chinese
Keats School, Kunming
Courses / Programs
• Give your child an unforgettable summer experience in China! Located in the beautiful city of Kunming, the capital of the Yunnan Province in southwest China, Keats School is a leading Chinese language school. • Approximately 2.5 hours by air from Beijing and Shanghai, we provide quality Mandarin courses for children, teenagers and adults.
• Programs are offered in summer and year-round, and suitable for students of all levels. Our standard Chinese courses are designed for young learners ages 5-15, while in addition, we can organize summer programs for high school & college students. Homestay accommodation with Chinese host families is also available.
• The aim of our Chinese programs for children is to help them have a better understanding of the language and culture. It combines private Chinese lessons, Chinese culture classes, and excursions.
• This program is suitable both for families from overseas who are coming to Kunming to learn the Chinese language and culture, and for expat families who are living in Kunming and want one-to-one Chinese immersion for their child.
• The program fee includes airport pick-up and drop-off, as well as accommodation in a comfortable family room. Parents are welcome to attend afternoon activities with their children.
• Keats School is accredited by Provincial Education Department and Kunming Education Department.
• Summer & year-round intensive Chinese language courses for children & teens (ages 5-15)
• Customized Chinese programs: We can arrange Summer Programs for High School Students / College Students for individuals or groups.
• Homestay accommodation with Chinese host families may be available.
• Online Chinese lessons: Available 365 days a year / 24 hours a day to students anywhere in the world
• Our Mandarin teachers are all experienced in teaching and use interesting teaching methods which make Chinese learning easy and fun.
• Customized Chinese programs: We can arrange Summer Programs for High School Students / College Students for individuals or groups.
• Homestay accommodation with Chinese host families may be available.
• Online Chinese lessons: Available 365 days a year / 24 hours a day to students anywhere in the world
• Our Mandarin teachers are all experienced in teaching and use interesting teaching methods which make Chinese learning easy and fun.
ISC International Spanish Courses, Alicante
Courses / Programs
International Spanish Courses (ISC Spain) offers summer Spanish language programs combined with sport, cultural and leisure activities in Alicante in the south of Spain on the Mediterranean coast. Our summer programs last for 1-3 weeks, and are designed for young people aged between 13 and 18 years of age. Enjoy a unique experience - learn or perfect your level of Spanish, enjoy your favourite sports and meet students from all over the world!
In addition to our Spanish & Sports Camps, we offer summer programs for juniors (ages 13-18) that focus on a particular sport, with options including football, basketball, tennis, & golf.
We also provide sports camps during the academic year, as well as school trips for groups to Alicante, Barcelona or Madrid.
Alicante is situated on the coast approximately 360 km south-east of Madrid, 538 km south of Barcelona, and 177 km directly south of Valencia.
Alicante Airport is connected with Madrid and Barcelona by frequent Iberia and Spanair flights, and with many Western European cities through carriers such as Ryanair, Easyjet, Air Berlin, Monarch Airlines, and Jet2.com.
The students are provided with accommodation and meals in the student residence, and can enjoy an individual room with individual bed, air-conditioning, private bath with shower, interior telephone, worktable & free internet.
Certificate of Completion:
At the end of the course, the student is presented with a certificate of what they have achieved.
Spanish Language + Sports Summer Camp Programs:
Program Duration: 1-3 weeks
- Spanish + Tennis Camp
- Spanish + Football Camp
- Spanish + Basketball Camp
- Spanish + Golf Camp
- Spanish + Multisport Camp
- Spanish + Sailing Camp
- Spanish + Volleyball Camp
- Spanish + Windsurfing Camp
- Spanish + Personalized Package program
Further Year-Round & Summer Programs for Juniors:
- Sports camps for individuals (ages 13-18)
- Academic year sports camps & high school tours for sports academies
- Year-round school trips for groups
Program Duration: 1-3 weeks
- Spanish + Tennis Camp
- Spanish + Football Camp
- Spanish + Basketball Camp
- Spanish + Golf Camp
- Spanish + Multisport Camp
- Spanish + Sailing Camp
- Spanish + Volleyball Camp
- Spanish + Windsurfing Camp
- Spanish + Personalized Package program
Further Year-Round & Summer Programs for Juniors:
- Sports camps for individuals (ages 13-18)
- Academic year sports camps & high school tours for sports academies
- Year-round school trips for groups